Agency Action Concerning Permit Application Number 190508-18, Received May 8, 2019

SOUTH FLORIDA WATER MANAGEMENT DISTRICT WATER USE INDIVIDUAL PERMIT

APPLICATION NO: 190508-18 PERMIT NUMBER: 50-09597-W DATE ISSUED: May 24, 2019 EXPIRATION DATE: May 24, 2039

PERMITTEE: PALM BEACH STATE COLLEGE 4200 CONGRESS AVENUE LAKE WORTH, FL 33472 PROJECT NAME: PBSC WELL NO 8 IRRIGATION DRIVING COURSE AND PSTC GROUNDS PROJECT LOCATION: Palm Beach County, S29/T44S/R43E PROJECT DESCRIPTION/AUTHORIZING: The use of groundwater from the surficial aquifer system for industrial water supply and landscape irrigation of 4.93 acres of turf using a sprinkler system with an annual allocation 39.02 million gallons. This is to notify you of South Florida Water Management District's (District) agency action concerning Permit Application Number 190508-18, received May 8, 2019. This action is taken pursuant to Chapter 373, Part II, Florida Statutes (F.S.), Rule 40E-1.603 and Chapter 40E-2, Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.). Based on the information provided, District rules have been adhered to and a Water Use Individual Permit is in effect for this project subject to:

1. Not receiving a filed request for an administrative hearing pursuant to Section 120.57, F.S. and Section 120.569, F.S., or a request for a judicial review pursuant to Section 120.68, F.S. 2. The attached 29 permit conditions. 3. The attached 9 exhibits.

By acceptance and utilization of the water authorized under this permit, the Permittee agrees to hold and save the District and its successors harmless from any and all damages, claims or liabilities that may arise by reason of the construction, maintenance or use of activities authorized by this permit. Should you object to the permit, please refer to the attached "Notice of Rights" that addresses the procedures to be followed if you desire a public hearing or other review of the proposed agency action. Should you wish to object to the proposed agency action or file a petition or request, please provide written objections, petitions, requests and/or waivers to: Office of the District Clerk, South Florida Water Management District, 3301 Gun Club Road, West Palm Beach, FL 33406, or by email to [email protected].

CERTIFICATION OF SERVICE I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT this written notice has been mailed or electronically transmitted to the Permittee (and the persons listed in the attached distribution list) this 24th day of May, 2019, in accordance with Section 120.60(3), F.S. Notice was also electronically posted on this date through a link on the home page of the District's website (my.sfwmd.gov/ePermitting).

BY: Simon Sunderland, P.G. Acting Bureau Chief Water Use Bureau

Application Number:190508-18 PAGE 1 OF 7 SPECIAL PERMIT CONDITIONS

1. This permit is issued to: PALM BEACH STATE COLLEGE 4200 CONGRESS AVENUE LAKE WORTH, FL 33472

2. This permit shall expire on May 24, 2039.

3. Use classification is:

Industrial Water Supply Landscape Irrigation

4. Source classification is:

Groundwater from: Surficial Aquifer System

5. Allocation:

Total annual allocation is 39.01 million gallons (MG). (106,877 GPD)

Total maximum monthly allocation is 3.59 million gallons (MG).

These allocations represent the amount of water required to meet the water demands as a result of a rainfall deficit during a drought with the probability of recurring one year in ten. The Permittee shall not exceed these allocations in hydrologic conditions less than a 1-in-10 year drought event. Compliance with the annual allocation is based on the quantity withdrawn over a 12-month time period. Compliance with the maximum monthly allocation is based on the greatest quantity withdrawn in any single month. The annual allocation expressed in GPD or MGD is for informational purposes only.

If the rainfall deficit is more severe than that expected to recur once every ten years, the withdrawals shall not exceed that amount necessary to continue to meet the reasonable-beneficial demands under such conditions, provided no harm to the water resources occur and:

1. All other conditions of the permit are met; and

2. The withdrawal is otherwise consistent with applicable declared Water Shortage Orders in effect pursuant to Chapter 40E-21, F.A.C.

6. Withdrawal facilities:

Groundwater - Proposed:

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Application Number: 190508-18 1 - 8" X 240' X 250 GPM Well Cased To 110 Feet

7. The Permittee shall submit all data as required by the implementation schedule for each of the permit conditions to: SFWMD at www.sfwmd.gov/ePermitting, or Regulatory Support, 3301 Gun Club Road, West Palm Beach, FL 33406.

8. The Permittee must submit the appropriate application form incorporated by reference in Rule 40E-2.101, F.A.C., to the District prior to the permit expiration date in order to continue the use of water.

9. The Permittee shall secure a well construction permit prior to construction, repair, or abandonment of all wells, as described in Chapter 40E-3, F.A.C.

10. Prior to any withdrawals at the project, the Permittee shall provide the results of the calibration testing of the identified water accounting method(s) and equip all existing and proposed withdrawal facilities with approved water use accounting method(s) pursuant to Subsection 4.1.1 of the Applicant's Handbook for Water Use Permit Applications within the South Florida Water Management District.

11. Every five years from the date of last calibration, the Permittee shall submit re-calibration data for each withdrawal facility.

12. Monthly withdrawals for each withdrawal facility shall be reported to the District semi-annually. The water accounting method and means of calibration shall be stated on each report.

13. If at any time there is an indication that the well casing, valves, or controls leak or have become inoperative, repairs or replacement shall be made to restore the system to an operating condition. Failure to make such repairs shall be cause for filling and abandoning the well, in accordance with procedures outlined in Chapter 40E-3, F.A.C.

14. The Permittee shall submit to the District an updated "Summary of Groundwater (Well) Facilities" table ("Section IV - Sources of Water", Water Use Permit Application Form 1379) within 90 days of completion of the proposed wells identifying the actual total and cased depths, pump manufacturer and model numbers, pump types, intake depths and type of meters.

15. The Permittee shall continue to investigate the feasibility of utilizing reclaimed water as an alternative water supply for this project. To this end, the Permittee, or its successor, shall provide the District with periodic reclaimed water feasibility reports, to be submitted at five (5) year intervals commencing 5 years from permit issuance and continuing through the duration of this water use permit. Such reclaimed water feasibility reports shall evaluate the feasibility of utilizing reclaimed water and specifically consider: 1) whether a suitable reclaimed water supply source is available and permitted; 2) whether reclaimed water supply lines are available at the property

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Application Number: 190508-18 boundary in sufficient capacity to serve Permittee's needs; 3) whether the Permittee is capable of accessing the reclaimed water source through distribution lines; 4) whether use of reclaimed water is technically, environmentally, and economically feasible; and 5) whether use of reclaimed water would adversely affect requirements contained in Permittee's surface water drainage permit, if appropriate.

16. If reclaimed water becomes available prior to the expiration date of this permit, the Permittee shall apply for a modification of the water use permit to reflect that portion of the allocation which is to be provided for by reclaimed water. The permittee is required to request a permit modification when an agreement has been executed between both parties, the transmission lines are constructed to the project site, and the necessary on-site modifications and authorizations are obtained.

17. Permittee must comply with the water conservation plan submitted in compliance with Subsection 2.3.2.D.1 of the Applicant's Handbook for Water Use Permit Applications within the South Florida Water Management District and described in the Staff Report.

18. Landscape irrigation shall be restricted to the hours and days described in Rule 40E-24.201, F.A.C., or alternative landscape irrigation conservation measures adopted by local government ordinance in accordance with Rule 40E-24.301, F.A.C.

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Application Number: 190508-18 STANDARD PERMIT CONDITIONS

1. All water uses authorized by this permit shall be implemented as conditioned by this permit, including any documents incorporated by reference in a permit condition. The District may revoke this permit, in whole or in part, or take enforcement action, pursuant to Section 373.136 or 373.243, F.S., unless a permit modification has been obtained to address the noncompliance.

The Permittee shall immediately notify the District in writing of any previously submitted material information that is later discovered to be inaccurate.

2. The Permittee is advised that this permit does not relieve any person from the requirement to obtain all necessary federal, state, local and special district authorizations.

3. The Permittee shall notify the District in writing within 30 days of any sale, transfer, or conveyance of ownership or any other loss of permitted legal control of the Project and/or related facilities from which the permitted consumptive use is made. Where Permittee's control of the land subject to the permit was demonstrated through a lease, the Permittee must either submit a new or modified lease showing that it continues to have legal control or documentation showing a transfer in control of the permitted system/project to the new landowner or new lessee. All transfers of ownership are subject to the requirements of Rule 40E-1.6107, F.A.C. Alternatively, the Permittee may surrender the consumptive use permit to the District, thereby relinquishing the right to conduct any activities under the permit.

4. Nothing in this permit should be construed to limit the authority of the District to declare a water shortage and issue orders pursuant to Chapter 373, F.S. In the event of a declared water shortage, the Permittee must adhere to the water shortage restrictions, as specified by the District. The Permittee is advised that during a water shortage, reports shall be submitted as required by District rule or order. The Permittee is advised that during a water shortage, pumpage, water levels, and water quality data shall be collected and submitted as required by District orders issued pursuant to Chapter 40E-21, F.A.C.

5. This permit does not convey to the Permittee any property rights or privileges other than those specified herein, nor relieve the permittee from complying with any applicable local government, state, or federal law, rule, or ordinance.

6. With advance notice to the Permittee, District staff with proper identification shall have permission to enter, inspect, observe, collect samples, and take measurements of permitted facilities to determine compliance with the permit conditions and permitted plans and specifications. The Permittee shall either accompany District staff onto the property or make provision for access onto the property.

7. A. The Permittee may seek modification of any term of an unexpired permit. The Permittee is advised that Section 373.239, F.S., and Rule 40E-2.331, F.A.C., are applicable to permit modifications.

B. The Permittee shall notify the District in writing 30 days prior to any changes to the project that

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Application Number: 190508-18 could potentially alter the reasonable demand reflected in the permitted allocation. Such changes include, but are not limited to, change in irrigated acreage, crop type, irrigation system, large users agreements, or water treatment method. Permittee will be required to apply for a modification of the permit for any changes in permitted allocation.

8. If any condition of the permit is violated, the permit shall be subject to review and modification, enforcement action, or revocation pursuant to Chapter 373, F.S.

9. The Permittee shall mitigate interference with existing legal uses that was caused in whole or in part by the Permittee's withdrawals, consistent with the approved mitigation plan. As necessary to offset the interference, mitigation will include pumpage reduction, replacement of the impacted individual's equipment, relocation of wells, change in withdrawal source, or other means.

Interference to an existing legal use is defined as an impact that occurs under hydrologic conditions equal to or less severe than a 1-in-10 year drought event that results in the:

A. Inability to withdraw water consistent with provisions of the permit, such as when remedial structural or operational actions not materially authorized by existing permits must be taken to address the interference; or

B. Change in the quality of water pursuant to primary State Drinking Water Standards to the extent that the water can no longer be used for its authorized purpose, or such change is imminent.

10. The Permittee shall mitigate harm to the natural resources caused by the Permittee's withdrawals, as determined through reference to the conditions for permit issuance. When harm occurs, or is imminent, the District will require the Permittee to modify withdrawal rates or mitigate the harm. Harm, as determined through reference to the conditions for permit issuance includes:

A. Reduction in ground or surface water levels that results in harmful lateral movement of the fresh water/salt water interface,

B. Reduction in water levels that harm the hydroperiod of wetlands,

C. Significant reduction in water levels or hydroperiod in a naturally occurring water body such as a lake or pond,

D. Harmful movement of contaminants in violation of state water quality standards, or

E. Harm to the natural system including damage to habitat for rare or endangered species.

11. The Permittee shall mitigate harm to existing off-site land uses caused by the Permittee's withdrawals, as determined through reference to the conditions for permit issuance. When harm occurs, or is imminent, the District will require the Permittee to modify withdrawal rates or mitigate the harm. Harm as determined through reference to the conditions for permit issuance, includes:

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Application Number: 190508-18 A. Significant reduction in water levels on the property to the extent that the designed function of the water body and related surface water management improvements are damaged, not including aesthetic values. The designed function of a water body is identified in the original permit or other governmental authorization issued for the construction of the water body. In cases where a permit was not required, the designed function shall be determined based on the purpose for the original construction of the water body (e.g. fill for construction, mining, drainage canal, etc.)

B. Damage to agriculture, including damage resulting from reduction in soil moisture resulting from consumptive use; or,

C. Land collapse or subsidence caused by reduction in water levels associated with consumptive use.

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Application Number: 190508-18 NOTICE OF RIGHTS

As required by Sections 120.569 and 120.60(3), Fla. Stat., the following is notice of the opportunities which may be available for administrative hearing or judicial review when the substantial interests of a party are determined by an agency. Please note that this Notice of Rights is not intended to provide legal advice. Not all of the legal proceedings detailed below may be an applicable or appropriate remedy. You may wish to consult an attorney regarding your legal rights.

RIGHT TO REQUEST ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING A person whose substantial interests are or may be affected by the South Florida Water Management District’s (SFWMD or District) action has the right to request an administrative hearing on that action pursuant to Sections 120.569 and 120.57, Fla. Stat. Persons seeking a hearing on a SFWMD decision which affects or may affect their substantial interests shall file a petition for hearing with the Office of the District Clerk of the SFWMD, in accordance with the filing instructions set forth herein, within 21 days of receipt of written notice of the decision, unless one of the following shorter time periods apply: (1) within 14 days of the notice of consolidated intent to grant or deny concurrently reviewed applications for environmental resource permits and use of sovereign submerged lands pursuant to Section 373.427, Fla. Stat.; or (2) within 14 days of service of an Administrative Order pursuant to Section 373.119(1), Fla. Stat. "Receipt of written notice of agency decision" means receipt of written notice through mail, electronic mail, or posting that the SFWMD has or intends to take final agency action, or publication of notice that the SFWMD has or intends to take final agency action. Any person who receives written notice of a SFWMD decision and fails to file a written request for hearing within the timeframe described above waives the right to request a hearing on that decision.

If the District takes final agency action which materially differs from the noticed intended agency decision, persons who may be substantially affected shall, unless otherwise provided by law, have an additional Rule 28-106.111, Fla. Admin. Code, point of entry.

Any person to whom an emergency order is directed pursuant to Section 373.119(2), Fla. Stat., shall comply therewith immediately, but on petition to the board shall be afforded a hearing as soon as possible.

A person may file a request for an extension of time for filing a petition. The SFWMD may, for good cause, grant the request. Requests for extension of time must be filed with the SFWMD prior to the deadline for filing a petition for hearing. Such requests for extension shall contain a certificate that the moving party has consulted with all other parties concerning the extension and that the SFWMD and any other parties agree to or oppose the extension. A timely request for an extension of time shall toll the running of the time period for filing a petition until the request is acted upon.

FILING INSTRUCTIONS A petition for administrative hearing must be filed with the Office of the District Clerk of the SFWMD. Filings with the Office of the District Clerk may be made by mail, hand-delivery, or e-mail. Filings by facsimile will not be accepted. A petition for administrative hearing or other document is deemed filed upon receipt during normal business hours by the Office of the District Clerk at SFWMD headquarters in West Palm Beach, Florida. The District’s normal business hours are 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., excluding weekends and District holidays. Any document received by the Office of the District Clerk after 5:00 p.m. shall be deemed filed as of 8:00 a.m. on the next regular business day. Additional filing instructions are as follows:

• Filings by mail must be addressed to the Office of the District Clerk, 3301 Gun Club Road, West Palm Beach, Florida 33406. Rev. 11/08/16 1 • Filings by hand-delivery must be delivered to the Office of the District Clerk. Delivery of a petition to the SFWMD's security desk does not constitute filing. It will be necessary to request that the SFWMD's security officer contact the Office of the District Clerk. An employee of the SFWMD's Clerk's office will receive and file the petition. • Filings by e-mail must be transmitted to the Office of the District Clerk at [email protected]. The filing date for a document transmitted by electronic mail shall be the date the Office of the District Clerk receives the complete document. A party who files a document by e-mail shall (1) represent that the original physically signed document will be retained by that party for the duration of the proceeding and of any subsequent appeal or subsequent proceeding in that cause and that the party shall produce it upon the request of other parties; and (2) be responsible for any delay, disruption, or interruption of the electronic signals and accepts the full risk that the document may not be properly filed.

INITIATION OF AN ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING Pursuant to Sections 120.54(5)(b)4. and 120.569(2)(c), Fla. Stat., and Rules 28-106.201 and 28-106.301, Fla. Admin. Code, initiation of an administrative hearing shall be made by written petition to the SFWMD in legible form and on 8 1/2 by 11 inch white paper. All petitions shall contain:

1. Identification of the action being contested, including the permit number, application number, SFWMD file number or any other SFWMD identification number, if known. 2. The name, address, any email address, any facsimile number, and telephone number of the petitioner and petitioner’s representative, if any. 3. An explanation of how the petitioner’s substantial interests will be affected by the agency determination. 4. A statement of when and how the petitioner received notice of the SFWMD’s decision. 5. A statement of all disputed issues of material fact. If there are none, the petition must so indicate. 6. A concise statement of the ultimate facts alleged, including the specific facts the petitioner contends warrant reversal or modification of the SFWMD’s proposed action. 7. A statement of the specific rules or statutes the petitioner contends require reversal or modification of the SFWMD’s proposed action. 8. If disputed issues of material fact exist, the statement must also include an explanation of how the alleged facts relate to the specific rules or statutes. 9. A statement of the relief sought by the petitioner, stating precisely the action the petitioner wishes the SFWMD to take with respect to the SFWMD’s proposed action.

MEDIATION The procedures for pursuing mediation are set forth in Section 120.573, Fla. Stat., and Rules 28-106.111 and 28-106.401–.405, Fla. Admin. Code. The SFWMD is not proposing mediation for this agency action under Section 120.573, Fla. Stat., at this time.

RIGHT TO SEEK JUDICIAL REVIEW Pursuant to Section 120.68, Fla. Stat., and in accordance with Florida Rule of Appellate Procedure 9.110, a party who is adversely affected by final SFWMD action may seek judicial review of the SFWMD's final decision by filing a notice of appeal with the Office of the District Clerk of the SFWMD in accordance with the filing instructions set forth herein within 30 days of rendition of the order to be reviewed, and by filing a copy of the notice with the clerk of the appropriate district court of appeal.

Rev. 11/08/16 2 WATER USE STAFF REPORT

Application Number: 190508-18 Permit Number: 50-09597-W Project Name: PBSC WELL NO 8 IRRIGATION DRIVING COURSE AND PSTC GROUNDS

Location: PALM BEACH COUNTY, S29/T44S/R43E Applicant's Name and PALM BEACH STATE COLLEGE Address: 4200 CONGRESS AVENUE LAKE WORTH, FL 33472

Water Use Classification: Industrial Landscape Total Serviced Acreage: 4.93 ( 4.93 acres of turf ) Sources: Groundwater from: Surficial Aquifer System

Authorized Allocation: Annual Allocation: 39.01 Million Gallons (MG) Maximum Monthly Allocation: 3.59 Million Gallons (MG)

Proposed Withdrawal Facilities - Groundwater Source: Surficial Aquifer System 1 - 8" X 240' X 250 GPM Well Cased to 110 Feet Rated Capacity Source Status Code GPM MGM MGY

Surficial Aquifer System P 250 10.9 131

Totals: 250 10.9 131

PURPOSE The purpose of this application is to modify Water Use Permit 50-09597-W. This permit includes industrial water use and landscape irrigation of 4.93 using a sprinkler irrigation system. Withdrawals are from the surficial aquifer system (SAS).

PROJECT DESCRIPTION PBSC well No. 8 irrigation driving course (Project) is the eastern portion of an existing institutional site, located in Palm Beach County at 4200 Congress Avenue, Lake Worth

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Application Number: 190508-18 PROJECT DESCRIPTION (CONTINUED) as shown in Exhibits 1 through 3. The Project consists of two separate portions; driving course (southern portion) and a public safety building (northern portion). The industrial use portion of this water use permit is for a skid pad used for police driver training. The irrigation portion of this water use permit is for irrigation of 4.93 acres of landscpe turf utilizing a sprinkler irrigation system. Withdrawal facility locations are depicted on Exhibit 3. Well and pump details are included on Exhibits 4 and 5, respectively. The modifications to the water use permit includes changing the water source from the surface water from Lake Worth Drainage District's E-4 Canal to groundwater from the SAS. Furthermore this water use permit is modified to include abandoning Pump No. 6 and adding one SAS well. The previously allocated water will remain the same at 39.02 million gallons a year (MGY) and 3.6 million gallons a month (MGM).

Prior to drilling the proposed well, it will be necessary for you to obtain a well construction permit from the Florida Department of Health, Palm Beach County.

Permit History: The Project was initially permitted in 2011 for industrial water supply to wet a driving course located in the southern portion of the Project. The permit was modified in 2012 for the additional irrigation of 4.93 acres of landscape turf around the public safety building grounds (northern portion). This also increased the water allocation from 2.7 to 3.6 MGM and 33 to 39 MGY. Prior water sources include the Lake Worth Drainage District's E-4 Canal.

PROJECTED WATER USE DEMANDS The recommended allocations for sprinkler irrigation of 4.93 acres of landscape and industrial water use at the Project site, 3.6 million gallons (MG) maximum month and 39.02 MG total annually, are based on the Supplemental Irrigation Requirements as defined in Subsection 2.3.1.C of the Applicant's Handbook (AH) for Water Use Permit Applications within the South Florida Water Management District (District). Calculations of the supplemental irrigation requirements are listed in Exhibit 5.

IMPACT EVALUATION The Permitee submitted a groundwater flow model to assess potential drawdown due to the requested irrigation and industrial withdrawals. The model simulates surficial aquifer system (SAS) withdrawals using an analytical Theis non-equilibrium flow model (United States Geological Survey Nevada Water Science Center Excel for Hydrology Theis Distance spreadsheet). Maximum month withdrawals were simulated for 90 days with no recharge. The modeling evaluated withdrawals by the Project alone. The model used hydrogeologic parameters based on existing aquifer characteristics from the existing Well No. 4 within a 1-mile radius of the proposed Well No. 8. Model results are shown on Exhibit 7. The modeling preformed is consistent with the criteria for basic analytical impact assessments set forth in Subsection 3.1.2.A of the AH.

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Application Number: 190508-18 WATER RESOURCE IMPACT EVALUATION Water Resource Availability Surficial Aquifer System The land surface elevation of the Project is approximately 10 feet National Geodetic Vertical Datum (NGVD). The base of the SAS is approximately -240 feet NGVD beneath the Project. The lowest water elevation or potentiometric surface elevation of the SAS, as recorded in Palm Beach County SAS monitor well PB-885C, located approximately 0.83 miles east of the Project, is approximately -1.97 feet NGVD. The results of the groundwater modeling discussed in the Impact Evaluation Section above, indicate a maximum drawdown of 0.7 feet at the well. The remaining average end of the dry season saturated thickness of the SAS is approximately 237 feet. Therefore, the potential for harm to occur to the water resource availability of the SAS as a result of the withdrawal of the recommended allocation is considered minimal. Existing Legal Users Surficial Aquifer System The nearest existing legal user of groundwater from the SAS is Palm Beach State College Central Campus (Water Use Permit 50-05148-W), located approximately 0.12 miles northwest of Well No. 8 (Exhibit 3). Modeling results indicate that approximately 0.15 feet of drawdown would occur at the nearest existing legal user. This amount of drawdown is negligible. In addition, this application is for maintaining the same industrial and irrigation usage rates from a groundwater source as the existing permit has withdrawn from surface water for the past five years with no harm to existing legal users reported. Therefore, the potential for harm to occur to existing legal users as a result of the withdrawal of the recommended allocation is considered minimal. Existing Off Site Land Uses Surficial Aquifer System Land uses that are dependent upon water being on or near land surface and that existed prior to this application are protected from harm. The Project is bordered by institutional and recreational sites which mostly withdraw water from the water table aquifer, surficial aquifer system, or lakes. Modeling results indicate a maximum offsite drawdown of less than one foot. This amount of drawdown is negligible. Therefore, pursuant to the Subsection 3.6.2 of the Applicant's Handbook, the proposed use is not expected to result in significant reduction in water levels on the property of an existing off-site land use to the extent that: the designed function of a water body and related surface water management improvements are damaged (not including aesthetic values); or result in damage to agriculture, including damage resulting from reduction in soil moisture resulting from water use, or land collapse or subsidence caused by reduction in water levels associated with water use. Migration of Saline Water Surficial Aquifer System The nearest source of saline surface water is the Lake Worth Lagoon (Intracoastal

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Application Number: 190508-18 WATER RESOURCE IMPACT EVALUATION (CONTINUED) Waterway), located approximately two miles east of the Project. The Project is located on the western shore of the northern portion of Lake Osborne (Exhibits 2 and 3), which has a land surface elevation of approximately 10 feet NGVD. The surface water system has maintained seaward gradient preventing the landward migration of saline water. Saline water does not exist in the underlying surficial aquifer. Therefore, the potential for saline water intrusion or upconing to occur as a result of the withdrawal of the recommended allocation is considered minimal. Wetland Environments Surficial Aquifer System The nearest jurisdictional wetland area is located approximately 1,900 feet west of the Project site. Based on modeling provided by the Applicant the proposed construction of Well No. 8 will result in 0.1 feet drawdown at 1,550 feet away from the well. This places the wetland area beyond the proposed well's radius of influence. Therefore, based upon application of the narrative standard that hydrologic alteration of the water use shall not adversely impact the values of wetland functions so as to cause harm to the abundance, diversity and habitat of fish, wildlife and listed species, the potential for harm to occur to the off-site wetlands as a result of the withdrawal of the recommended allocation is considered minimal. Sources of Pollution Surficial Aquifer System There are five groundwater contamination sites (Florida Department of Environmental Protection IDs: 8737239, 9811042, 9811042, 8944177, and, 8629256) within 2,600 feet of the site. Facilities 8737239 and 9811042 have been identified to be 1,851 and 2,203 feet northwest of Well No. 8. The remaining facilities 9807652, 8944177, and, 8629256 have been identified to be 2,203, 2,592, and, 2,319 feet to the southwest. All these facilities have approved site rehabilitation completion reports and need no further action. Therefore, the potential for movement of contaminants from known pollution sources, as a result of the withdrawal of the recommended allocation is considered minimal.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Regional Issues Regional Water Availability The Lake Worth Drainage District E-4 Canal, adjacent to the Project, is an integrated conveyance system for Everglades Waterbodies in proximity to the Project. This Project was previously permitted for withdrawals of 39 MGY from the E-4 Canal. This application requests the same allocation of groundwater from the SAS and to eliminate withdrawals from the E-4 Canal. Because the withdrawals are being modified to come from the SAS instead of directly from the LWDD E-4. Any indirect withdrawals of the canal from groundwater use will cause seepage to occur, however, the seepage will be less than the previous historical use. Therefore, pursuant to Subsection 3.2.1.E of the Page 4 of 12

Application Number: 190508-18 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION (CONTINUED)

Applicant's Handbook, the requested allocation will not cause a net increase in the volume or cause a change in the timing on a monthly basis of surface and groundwater withdrawn from the Lower East Coast Everglades Waterbodies over that resulting from the base condition water use that existed as of April 1st, 2006. Project Site Issues Legal Control and Land Use Online records from the Palm Beach County Property Appraiser website and articles of incorporation submitted in support of the application demonstrate that the Permittee (Palm Beach State College) maintains legal control of the Project. The proposed withdrawal facility is located within the boundaries of the Project. The proposed facility is compatible with the existing land use designation of the site. Water Conservation Plan The permitee provided a water conservation plan, which includes Florida friendly landscape principles, rain sensors, and, a leak detection system. The hours of irrigation operate on a watering schedule of approximately four hour run cycles between the time period of 12 am and 6 am on Tuesday's, Thursday's, and, Sunday's pursuant to FAC chapter 40E-24. The existing industrial water supply is provided on an as needed basis and is used approximately three days per a semester or 12 days a year. Potential Use of Reclaimed Water The Permittee provided a letter dated May 2nd, 2019 from the City of Lake Worth Utilities stating that reclaimed water is currently not available to serve the Project. Therefore, the use of reclaimed water is considered technically infeasible at this time, in accordance with Subsection 2.2.4.B.2.b of the AH. Permit Duration The Permittee is requesting a modification of a permit to include a source of limited availability (the SAS) identified in Subsection 1.5.2.B of the Applicant's Handbook. District staff recommends a water use permit duration of 20 years pursuant to Subsection 1.5.2.C of the Applicant?s Handbook. ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCE PERMIT STATUS: PERMITTED (No. 50-03232-S)

RIGHT OF WAY PERMIT STATUS: Not Applicable

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Application Number: 190508-18 RECOMMENDATIONS

Project Name: PBSC WELL NO 8 IRRIGATION DRIVING COURSE AND PSTC GROUNDS Application Number: 190508-18 Permit Number: 50-09597-W

RECOMMENDATION The use of groundwater from the surficial aquifer system for industrial water supply and landscape irrigation of 4.93 acres of turf using a sprinkler system with an annual allocation 39.02 million gallons.

STAFF EVALUATION

REVIEWER: SUPERVISOR:

Morgan Reins, NRM Barbara J. Conmy, NRM

Dalton McNeal, McNeal WU Nicholas M. Vitani, P.G., WU

WATER USE SECTION ADMINISTRATOR:

Date: May 24, 2019 Simon Sunderland, P.G.

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Application Number: 190508-18 SPECIAL PERMIT CONDITIONS

1. This permit is issued to: PALM BEACH STATE COLLEGE 4200 CONGRESS AVENUE LAKE WORTH, FL 33472

2. This permit shall expire on May 24, 2039.

3. Use classification is:

Industrial Water Supply Landscape Irrigation

4. Source classification is:

Groundwater from: Surficial Aquifer System

5. Allocation:

Total annual allocation is 39.01 million gallons (MG). (106,877 GPD)

Total maximum monthly allocation is 3.59 million gallons (MG).

1. All other conditions of the permit are met; and

2. The withdrawal is otherwise consistent with applicable declared Water Shortage Orders in effect pursuant to Chapter 40E-21, F.A.C.

6. Withdrawal facilities:

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Application Number: 190508-18 SPECIAL PERMIT CONDITIONS

Groundwater - Proposed:

1 - 8" X 240' X 250 GPM Well Cased To 110 Feet

9. The Permittee shall secure a well construction permit prior to construction, repair, or abandonment of all wells, as described in Chapter 40E-3, F.A.C.

11. Every five years from the date of last calibration, the Permittee shall submit re- calibration data for each withdrawal facility.

12. Monthly withdrawals for each withdrawal facility shall be reported to the District semi- annually. The water accounting method and means of calibration shall be stated on each report.

15. The Permittee shall continue to investigate the feasibility of utilizing reclaimed water as an alternative water supply for this project. To this end, the Permittee, or its successor,

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Application Number: 190508-18 SPECIAL PERMIT CONDITIONS

shall provide the District with periodic reclaimed water feasibility reports, to be submitted at five (5) year intervals commencing 5 years from permit issuance and continuing through the duration of this water use permit. Such reclaimed water feasibility reports shall evaluate the feasibility of utilizing reclaimed water and specifically consider: 1) whether a suitable reclaimed water supply source is available and permitted; 2) whether reclaimed water supply lines are available at the property boundary in sufficient capacity to serve Permittee's needs; 3) whether the Permittee is capable of accessing the reclaimed water source through distribution lines; 4) whether use of reclaimed water is technically, environmentally, and economically feasible; and 5) whether use of reclaimed water would adversely affect requirements contained in Permittee's surface water drainage permit, if appropriate.

18. Landscape irrigation shall be restricted to the hours and days described in Rule 40E- 24.201, F.A.C., or alternative landscape irrigation conservation measures adopted by local government ordinance in accordance with Rule 40E-24.301, F.A.C.

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Application Number: 190508-18 STANDARD PERMIT CONDITIONS 1. All water uses authorized by this permit shall be implemented as conditioned by this permit, including any documents incorporated by reference in a permit condition. The District may revoke this permit, in whole or in part, or take enforcement action, pursuant to Section 373.136 or 373.243, F.S., unless a permit modification has been obtained to address the noncompliance.

The Permittee shall immediately notify the District in writing of any previously submitted material information that is later discovered to be inaccurate.

2. The Permittee is advised that this permit does not relieve any person from the requirement to obtain all necessary federal, state, local and special district authorizations.

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Application Number: 190508-18 7. A. The Permittee may seek modification of any term of an unexpired permit. The Permittee is advised that Section 373.239, F.S., and Rule 40E-2.331, F.A.C., are applicable to permit modifications.

B. The Permittee shall notify the District in writing 30 days prior to any changes to the project that could potentially alter the reasonable demand reflected in the permitted allocation. Such changes include, but are not limited to, change in irrigated acreage, crop type, irrigation system, large users agreements, or water treatment method. Permittee will be required to apply for a modification of the permit for any changes in permitted allocation.

8. If any condition of the permit is violated, the permit shall be subject to review and modification, enforcement action, or revocation pursuant to Chapter 373, F.S.

Interference to an existing legal use is defined as an impact that occurs under hydrologic conditions equal to or less severe than a 1-in-10 year drought event that results in the:

B. Change in the quality of water pursuant to primary State Drinking Water Standards to the extent that the water can no longer be used for its authorized purpose, or such change is imminent.

A. Reduction in ground or surface water levels that results in harmful lateral movement of the fresh water/salt water interface,

B. Reduction in water levels that harm the hydroperiod of wetlands,

C. Significant reduction in water levels or hydroperiod in a naturally occurring water body such as a lake or pond, Page 11 of 12

Application Number: 190508-18 D. Harmful movement of contaminants in violation of state water quality standards, or

E. Harm to the natural system including damage to habitat for rare or endangered species.

A. Significant reduction in water levels on the property to the extent that the designed function of the water body and related surface water management improvements are damaged, not including aesthetic values. The designed function of a water body is identified in the original permit or other governmental authorization issued for the construction of the water body. In cases where a permit was not required, the designed function shall be determined based on the purpose for the original construction of the water body (e.g. fill for construction, mining, drainage canal, etc.)

B. Damage to agriculture, including damage resulting from reduction in soil moisture resulting from consumptive use; or,

C. Land collapse or subsidence caused by reduction in water levels associated with consumptive use.

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PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLORIDA ¯ Application No: 190508-18 Map Date: 2019-05-15

Permit No: 50-09597-W

Sec 29 / Twp 44 / Rge 43

Project Name: PBSC WELL NO 8 IRRIGATION DRIVING COURSE AND PSTC GROUNDS

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PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLORIDA Legend ¯ Application Map Date: 2019-05-15

Application No: 190508-18 Permit No: 50-09597-W

Sec 29 / Twp 44 / Rge 43

Project Name: PBSC WELL NO 8 IRRIGATION DRIVING COURSE AND PSTC GROUNDS

0 900 1,800 Feet Exhibit No: 2 Pump No. 6 Abanadoned

Well No. 8

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PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLORIDA Application ¯ PUMP WELL Map Date: 2019-05-15 Application No: 190508-18 Permit No: 50-09597-W

Sec 29 / Twp 44 / Rge 43

Project Name: PBSC WELL NO 8 IRRIGATION DRIVING COURSE AND PSTC GROUNDS

0 270 540 Feet Exhibit No: 3 TABLE - A Description Of Wells.

Application Number: 190508-18 ______Well ID 281722 Name Well No.8 Map Designator Well No.8 FLUWID Number

Well Field

Existing/Proposed P Well Diameter(Inches) 8 Total Depth(feet) 240

Cased Depth(feet) 110 Facility Elev. (ft. NGVD) Screened Interval From To Pumped Or Flowing P

Pump Type Submersible

Page 1 of Pump Int. Elev. Feet (NGVD)

Feet (BLS) Pump Capacity(GPM) 250 Year Drilled Planar Location Source APPLICANT

Exhibit No: Feet East 955840 Feet North 828410 Accounting Method Flow Meter

Use Status Primary

Water Use Type Irrigation

Aquifer Surficial Aquifer System TABLE - B Description Of Surface Water Pumps

Application Number: 190508-18 ______

Pump ID 258515 Name Pump No. 6 Map Designator Pump No. 6 Abanad Facility Group

Existing/Proposed A Pump Type Suction Diameter(Inches) 6 Pump Capacity(GPM) 500 Pump Horse Power 40 Two Way Pump ? N Elevation (ft. NGVD) 5 Planar Location Source REVIEWER Feet East 956134 Page 1 of Feet North 829014 Accounting Method Unspecified

Use Status Surface Water Pump Removed

Water Use Type Irrigation Exhibit No: Surface Water Body LWDD Canal (E- 4)

5 Summary Of Water Use Demands & Recommended Allocation Components

Application Number: 190508-18 Industrial Recommended Allocation (MGD): 0.09 Recommended Maximum Month Withdrawals (MGM): 2.7 Rec. Unit <------Recommended Demands-- Delivery <------Recommended Alloca Demand Avg. Daily Max Monthly System Daily Max. Monthly Description Number (gallons) MGD Peak Factor MGM Efficiency MGD MGM

Others 1 10 0.09 1 2.7 100% 0.09 2.7

Landscape Recommended Allocation (MGD): 0.0130 Recommended Maximum Month Withdrawals (MGM): 0.8926 Rec. Unit <------Recommended Demands-- Delivery <------Recommended Alloca Acres Demand Avg. Daily Max Monthly System Daily Max. Monthly Description (gallons) MGD Peak Factor MGM Efficiency MGD MGM

PUBLIC SAFETY 4.93 2,635 0.0130 1.7380 0.6866 75% 0.0169 0.8926 BUILDING

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Exhibit No: 6 Basic Impact Assesment (Theis Equation) Report Lake Worth Campus Water Use Permit

Unincorporated Palm Beach County, Florida

May 2019

Prepared For: Palm Beach Community College Project Number 19-027

Prepared By:

Alan Gerwig, P.E. No. 39481

ALAN GERWIG & ASSOCIATES, INC. 12798 W. FOREST HILL BOULEVARD, SUITE 201 WELLINGTON, FL 33414 PHONE: (561) 792-9000 FAX: (561) 792-9901 C.A. 7969

THIS ITEM HAS BEEN ELECTRONICALLY SIGNED AND SEALED BY ALAN L. GERWIG ON USING SHA‐1 AUTHENTICATION CODE.

PRINTED COPIES OF THIS DOCUMENT ARE NOT CONSIDERED SIGNED AND SEALED AND THE SHA‐1 AUTHENTICATION CODE MUST BE VERIFIED ON ANY ELECTRONIC COPIES. Alan Gerwig & Associates, Inc. 12798, W Forest Hill Boulevard, Suite 201 Wellington, FL 33414 CA # 7969

Exhibit 7 Page 1 of 7 Alan Gerwig & Associates, Inc.

CONTENTS Page No.

1. Purpose 3

2. Approach 3

3. Analysis 3-4

4. Conclusion 5

Appendix

1. SFWMD WUP No. 50-05148-W, Application No. 010918-9 (Exhibit No. 7, Pg. 21).

THIS ITEM HAS BEEN ELECTRONICALLY SIGNED AND SEALED BY ALAN L. GERWIG ON USING SHA‐1 AUTHENTICATION CODE.

Alan Gerwig, Stat of Florida, Professional Engineer, License No. 39481 This item has been electronically signed and sealed by Alan Gerwig, P.E. on May 6, 2019 using SHA-1 authentication code. Printed copies of this document are not considered signed and sealed and the SHA-1 authentication code must be verified on any electronic copies

Exhibit 7 Page 2 of 7 Basic Impact Assesment Report Page 2 of 5 Lake Worth Campus Water Use Permit Alan Gerwig & Associates, Inc.

Purpose: Evaluate the drawdown effects that proposed Well No.8 will have on existing Aquifer, identify raduis of influence at which 0.1ft drawdown of aquifer occurs from the proposed (maximum month allocation) withdrawal of 3.6 MGM over a 90 day period. Approach: Applied Theis equation to existing aquifer characteristics to simulate continous aquifer withdrawl for 90 day period without recharge (drought condition), through the use of (USGS NVWSC) United States Geological Survey Nevada Water Science Center Excel for Hydrology Theis Distance spreadsheet. Obtained existing aquifer characteristics (Transmissivity and Storage Coefficient) from existing well No. 4 within a 1 mile radius of the proposed Well No.8 (See Appedix: SFWMD WUP No. 50- 05148-W, Application No. 010918-9 (Exhibit No. 7, Pg. 21)).

Analysis: - Existing Permitted Maximum Monthly Allocation shall not exceed 3.5926 MG 푀퐺 1 푀표푛푡ℎ 푀퐺 1,000,000 퐺푎푙 푮풂풍 (3.6 x = 0.000082 x = 82.2 ) 푀표푛푡ℎ 43800 푚𝑖푛 푚𝑖푛 1푀퐺 푴풊풏 - Transmissivity (T) = 224,400 GPD/FT = 퐺푃퐷 0.133681 푓푡³ 풇풕² (224,400 x = 29,997.92 ) 푓푡 1 퐺푎푙 풅풂풚 - Storage Coefficient (S) = 0.2 - Time = 90 days (0.2465 Years)

Exhibit 7 Page 3 of 7 Basic Impact Assessment Report Page 3 of 5 Lake Worth Campus Water Use Permit Alan Gerwig & Associates, Inc.

Exhibit 7 Page 4 of 7 Basic Impact Assessment Report Page 4 of 5 Lake Worth Campus Water Use Permit Alan Gerwig & Associates, Inc.

Conclusion: Proposed Well No.8 will have an effect on exisiting unconfined aquifer (Surficial Aquifer system). The radius of influence within drought conditions at which a 0.1ft drawdown of the existing aquifer occurs at 1,550ft. There are three (3) existing wells which fall within the radius of influence of proposed Well No.8.; Wells No. 1R, 2, and 3. In addition to the three (3) existing wells, LWDD Canal E4, Lake Osborne, and an existing onsite and offsite stormwater management system fall within the radius of influence of the proposed Well No. 8. According to SFWMD WUP AH the Wetland waterbodies that reside within the radius of influence are categorized as follows:

Category 1 (Wetlands): Lake Osborne within Palm Beach State College Campus. Category 2 (Wetlands): LWDD Canal (E-4), Wetland (South) within John Prince Memorial Park, Wetland (North) within Palm Beach State College Campus.

Well No.8 will not have an adverse impact on all wetlands that are classified as a (Category 2) that fall within its radius of influence. All (Category 2) Wetlands are in compliance with SFWMD AH section 3.3.4 (B) and contain a drawdown less than 1.0 feet. The distance between LWDD Canal (E-4) and Well No. 8 is 44 ft which corresponds to a drawdown of 0.40 ft. The distance between Wetland (South) within John Prince Memorial Park and Well No. 8 is 1,196 ft at which drawsdown to 0.13ft. The distance between Wetland (North) within PBSC and Well No.8 is 1,377ft which corresponds to a drawdown of 0.12ft.

Based on this information provided, the proposed construction of Well No. 8 will not cause harm to the exsiting onsite and offsite adjacent waterbodies that fall within its radius of influence. The new permit modification will maintain the same industrial/irrigation usage rates from the groundwater source as that of the existing Permit (50-09597-W Application No.120118-4) for Pump No. 6. Within the past five years no reports of adverse impacts have been reported from the existing usage rates on the adjacent onsite/offsite waterbodies. Therefore, Lake Osborne will not experience an adverse impact under the fact that the industrial/irrigation usage rates will be maintained.

Exhibit 7 Page 5 of 7 Basic Impact Assessment Report Page 5 of 5 Lake Worth Campus Water Use Permit Alan Gerwig & Associates, Inc.

Appendix 1

SFWMD WUP No. 50-05148-W, Application No. 010918-9 (Exhibit No. 7, Pg. 21)

Exhibit 7 Page 6 of 7 Basic Impact Assesment Report Lake Worth Campus Water Use Permit Exhibit 7 Page 7 of 7 Requirement by Permit Condition Report

App No: 190508-18 Permit No: 50-09597-W Project Name: PBSC WELL NO 8 IRRIGATION DRIVING COURSE AND PSTC GROUNDS

Permit Condition No: 11 Permit Condition Code: WUSTD021-2 Facility Name Requirement Name Col Freq Sub Freq Due Date Well No.8 Calibration report for WELL Well Every Five Years Every Five Years 24-NOV-2019 No.8 Permit Condition No: 12 Permit Condition Code: WUSTD022-1 Facility Name Requirement Name Col Freq Sub Freq Due Date Well No.8 Monthly withdrawal for WELL Well Monthly Semi-Annually 31-JUL-2019 No.8 Permit Condition No: 14 Permit Condition Code: WUWC004-1 Facility Name Requirement Name Col Freq Sub Freq Due Date Well No.8 Summary of Groundwater One time Only One time Only 24-NOV-2019 Facilities for WELL Well No.8 Permit Condition No: 15 Permit Condition Code: WURWF004-1 Facility Name Requirement Name Col Freq Sub Freq Due Date PERMIT 5-Year reclaimed water feasibility Every Five Years Every Five Years 02-MAY-2024 report for PERMIT

Page 1 of 1 Exhibit No: 8 STAFF REPORT DISTRIBUTION LIST

PBSC WELL NO 8 IRRIGATION DRIVING COURSE AND PSTC GROUNDS Application No: 190508-18 Permit No: 50-09597-W

INTERNAL DISTRIBUTION EXTERNAL DISTRIBUTION X Dalton McNeal X Permittee - Palm Beach State College X Primary Compliance Contact - Sullivan Electric

GOVERNMENT AGENCIES

X City of Riviera Beach City Engineer X Dept of Environmental Protection - West Palm Beach X Div of Recreation and Park - District 5 - Ernest Cowan, FDEP X Lake Worth Drainage District X Lake Worth Drainage District X Palm Beach County - Environmental Res Management X Palm Beach County School District of Palm Beach County X Town of Jupiter Utilities David Brown

OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES

X Natural Resources Defense Council X Solid Waste Authority - Thomas A. Sirna, P.G.

Exhibit No:9